Category Archives: Olympic medals

Make A Courageous Act Of Spiritual Warfare

Posted on September 22, 2012 by

The Salvation Army Flag is known as the Blood & Fire.  It’s not decor for a corps (a Salvation Army church); it’s for feet to walk a beat on the street praying and testifying to the glory of God. It’s … Continue reading →

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Everyday Olympics — The Call To Glory For Regular People

Posted on August 5, 2012 by

Missy Franklin, Gabby Douglas, Michael Phelps — these are a few of the names of the athletes basking in Olympic glory at the 2012 London Summer Olympics.  But there is also a call to glory for everyday people like you … Continue reading →

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Olympics — Thoughts For Spiritual Athletes

Posted on July 29, 2012 by

Life’s not about achievement.  It’s not about how many medals you (or your country) win.  Life’s about aligning yourself to God and to His will. That’s what matters most in the long haul. “If Christians were putting into their spiritual … Continue reading →

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